Buying land in Florida? Check whether the lot contains wetlands before you design your dream home. 🏞️ Florida protects these ecosystems, and building on them requires the proper permits. Violating those rules can cost you time, money, and serious Continue Reading
Understanding Title Insurance in Florida Real Estate TransactionsWhen it comes to transferring real estate from a seller to a buyer, one crucial aspect that often comes into play is title insurance. This policy is essential to ensure that the buyer receives a clear and Continue Reading
Maintaining good indoor air quality is essential for a healthy home environment. One critical factor often overlooked is relative humidity. Let’s explore why it’s important and how to manage it effectively.What is Relative Humidity?Relative humidity refers to the Continue Reading
Understanding the Contract-to-Close JourneyOnce we have a property under contract, my work begins in earnest. The entire journey involves numerous steps, and I rely on a comprehensive 62-step checklist to guide us through the basics. It's important to note that the process Continue Reading
Benefits of Getting a Survey with Your Home PurchaseWe often get asked by home buyers in the Orlando, FL area if they need to pay for a survey and why it is necessary. The short answer is, Yes. It’s our opinion that you should pay to have a survey done before purchasing your Continue Reading
Sometimes buyers are suprised that they don't immediately get keys at closing for their new home. Buyers and sellers can be surprised by some of the issues that can come up in the last few days before closing.Sudden difficulties when you feel like you’re right at the finish Continue Reading
Understanding the Home Purchase ContractThere are two main versions of the Florida Residential Sale Contract. They are titled, "Florida Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase" and "Florida Residential Contract for Sale and Purchase AS-IS". Both are periodically reviewed, Continue Reading
When you decide to put your home on the market for sale the Real Property Seller’s Disclosure is a great selling tool. It is a document that is the completed by the Seller that conveys all information about their home to potential Buyers.I advise my clients and friends to Continue Reading
What is My Home Really Worth?Hi, I’m Jean Scott at Keller Williams Advantage Realty. We had a great question from a customer: “What is my home really worth?”Understanding Home ValueUsing a computerized data source isn’t always the best way to find the true value of your Continue Reading
The Importance of Online PresenceAccording to the National Association of Realtors, 93% of home buyers find their future home either online, through a Realtor, or from a “For Sale” or “Open House” sign. Given this trend, it’s crucial to capitalize on both “old school” and Continue Reading
